First of all, Inheritances are not considered income for Federal Tax Purposes. However, any subsequent earnings on the inherited asses are taxable unless it is derived from a tax-free source. As for New York State, it also does not charge an inheritance tax, but it does include an estate tax in its laws...meaning the decedent may be required to file an Estate Tax Return.
Please visit the NY State link below for further information:
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